Localization QA Tester salary in Bulgaria
A mid-level Localization QA Tester in Bulgaria earns a median of BGN 26k ($14k) a year gross. The p10 to p90 range is BGN 21k to BGN 31k. That is 70% below the US median for the same role. Bulgaria ranks 32 of 36 countries on our pay index. Juniors start near BGN 20k, leads reach BGN 42k.
Localization QA Tester pay by level in Bulgaria
Gross annual pay in BGN. Junior pay is BGN 20k, lead pay is BGN 42k: leads earn 105% more. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | BGN 17k | BGN 20k | BGN 25k | $11k | |
| Mid-level | BGN 21k | BGN 26k | BGN 31k | $14k | |
| Senior | BGN 27k | BGN 33k | BGN 40k | $18k | |
| Lead | BGN 34k | BGN 42k | BGN 51k | $23k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. p10 and p90 are 0.82× and 1.22× the median. Methodology.
Localization QA Tester pay by city in Bulgaria
Sofia pays most at 1.08× the national median. Pay factor 1.00 equals the country median of BGN 26k.
| City | Tier | Pay factor | Mid-level median | p10–p90 | USD | QA jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sofia | B | 1.08× (+8%) | BGN 28k | BGN 23k–BGN 34k | $15k | 3 |
| Plovdiv | C | 0.88× (-12%) | BGN 23k | BGN 18k–BGN 27k | $13k | 1 |
| Varna | C | 0.88× (-12%) | BGN 23k | BGN 18k–BGN 27k | $13k | 0 |
City factors are estimates (tier A = largest tech hubs). Remote roles are paid to the employer's pay band, which can differ from the city rate.
From gross to take-home in Bulgaria
A mid-level Localization QA Tester on BGN 26k gross keeps roughly 74–80% after income tax and social contributions, about BGN 19k to BGN 21k a year.
In Bulgaria, pay is usually quoted as monthly gross salary, often quoted net in job ads. Estimate only: a single earner with no dependants and typical deductions. Bonuses, benefits, pension choices and regional taxes change the result. It is not tax advice.
QA roles open in Bulgaria
No Localization QA Tester role is open today. Showing the closest matches from 18 QA listings in Bulgaria.
Data Quality Analyst / Data Tester (Bulgaria/Romania)
Load Test Engineer
Junior QA Engineer
0 listings in Bulgaria show a real posted pay range (0 for Localization QA Tester). Others carry a model estimate marked “est.”.
Who hires Localization QA Testers in Bulgaria
Employer mix by share of listings (18 listings in Bulgaria). Names are withheld; we show the type of company.
- Software companies33%
- AI companies22%
- Healthtech companies17%
- Fintech companies11%
- Games studios11%
What this estimate rests on
The Localization QA Tester baseline uses 4 US posted pay ranges. For Bulgaria, the country index is calibrated on 135 non-US observations in Central & Eastern Europe, so the regional sample is usable but still modest. Evidence score 4 of 8.
Localization QA Tester salary and jobs by city in Bulgaria
Localization QA Tester salary in Bulgaria: FAQ
What is the average Localization QA Tester salary in Bulgaria?
The median gross salary for a mid-level Localization QA Tester in Bulgaria is BGN 26k a year ($14k). The p10 is BGN 21k and the p90 is BGN 31k. This is an estimate based on posted pay ranges.
How much does a senior Localization QA Tester earn in Bulgaria?
A senior Localization QA Tester in Bulgaria earns a median of BGN 33k ($18k), with a range of BGN 27k to BGN 40k. Leads earn BGN 42k, 105% more than juniors at BGN 20k.
Which city in Bulgaria pays Localization QA Testers the most?
Sofia has the highest pay factor at 1.08x the country median, which puts a mid-level Localization QA Tester at about BGN 28k ($15k). Varna sits at 0.88x, around BGN 23k.
How does Bulgaria compare with the US for Localization QA Tester pay?
A mid-level Localization QA Tester in the US earns a median of $48k. In Bulgaria the equivalent is $14k, which is 70% below the US figure. Bulgaria ranks 32 of 36 countries; the Central & Eastern Europe median for this role is $16k.
What is the take-home pay for a Localization QA Tester in Bulgaria?
Roughly 74–80% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner, which is about BGN 19k to BGN 21k a year on a BGN 26k gross salary. This is a generic estimate, not tax advice: benefits, family status and regional taxes change the result.
How many Localization QA Tester jobs are open in Bulgaria?
PassRidge lists no live Localization QA Tester listing in Bulgaria today, and 18 QA listings across all roles in Bulgaria. 0 of the Localization QA Tester listings and 0 of all listings in the country show a real posted pay range; the rest carry a model estimate.
Other roles in Bulgaria
| Role | Mid-level median | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual QA Tester | BGN 44k | $24k |
| QA Automation Engineer | BGN 64k | $36k |
| SDET | BGN 70k | $39k |
| QA Lead / Manager | BGN 59k | $33k |
| Mobile QA Engineer | BGN 56k | $31k |
| Performance Test Engineer | BGN 78k | $44k |
| Security / Penetration Tester | BGN 96k | $54k |
| Game QA Tester | BGN 35k | $20k |
| Accessibility Tester | BGN 52k | $29k |
| Business / Test Analyst | BGN 47k | $26k |
| Data / ETL QA Engineer | BGN 53k | $30k |
| AI / LLM Evaluation QA | BGN 55k | $31k |
| Release / DevOps Engineer | BGN 77k | $43k |
| Technical Writer (QA / Docs) | BGN 48k | $27k |
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